QQQP vs. ASTX

Last updated Aug 4, 2026

QQQP (Tradr 2X Long Triple Q Quarterly ETF) and ASTX (Tradr 2X Long ASTS Daily ETF) are both Leveraged Equities funds from Tradr. Both are actively managed. Over the past year, QQQP returned 42.04% vs -63.71% for ASTX. Their 0.39 correlation means their historical movements had little consistent relationship. Both charge a 1.30% expense ratio.

Performance

QQQP vs. ASTX - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Tradr 2X Long Triple Q Quarterly ETF (QQQP) and Tradr 2X Long ASTS Daily ETF (ASTX). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

In the year-to-date period, QQQP achieves a 19.18% return, which is significantly higher than ASTX's -69.53% return.

QQQP

• 1D: 3.43%
• 1M: -4.46%
• 6M: 15.28%
• YTD: 19.18%
• 1Y: 42.04%
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —
• ALL TIME*: 33.33%

ASTX

• 1D: 14.93%
• 1M: -50.83%
• 6M: -83.03%
• YTD: -69.53%
• 1Y: -63.71%
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —
• ALL TIME*: -48.04%

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

Liquidity Comparison

Position	Avg. Volume Value (2W)	Avg. Volume Value (1M)	Avg. Volume Value (3M)
ASTX Tradr 2X Long ASTS Daily ETF	$49.80M	$66.60M	$197.13M
QQQP Tradr 2X Long Triple Q Quarterly ETF	$858.42K	$577.33K	$441.16K

QQQP vs. ASTX - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025
QQQP Tradr 2X Long Triple Q Quarterly ETF	19.18%	17.86%
ASTX Tradr 2X Long ASTS Daily ETF	-69.53%	63.68%

Correlation

The correlation between QQQP and ASTX is 0.40, which is low. Their historical price movements had little consistent relationship.

	Correlation
Correlation (1Y) Focuses on recent behavior, but can change the most.	0.40
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Jul 11, 2025	0.39

Return for Risk

QQQP vs. ASTX — Risk / Return Rank

Compare historical risk-adjusted metric ranks over the past 12 months.

QQQP

QQQP Risk / Return Rank: 42
QQQP Sharpe Ratio Rank: 42
QQQP Sortino Ratio Rank: 42
QQQP Omega Ratio Rank: 39
QQQP Calmar Ratio Rank: 43
QQQP Martin Ratio Rank: 44

ASTX

ASTX Risk / Return Rank: 12
ASTX Sharpe Ratio Rank: 7
ASTX Sortino Ratio Rank: 25
ASTX Omega Ratio Rank: 23
ASTX Calmar Ratio Rank: 4
ASTX Martin Ratio Rank: 3

The rank (0–100) uses a weighted average of the Sharpe, Sortino, Omega, Calmar, and Martin percentile ranks for the trailing 12 months. Higher means stronger historical risk-adjusted performance within the peer group.

QQQP vs. ASTX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Tradr 2X Long Triple Q Quarterly ETF (QQQP) and Tradr 2X Long ASTS Daily ETF (ASTX). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.

	QQQP	ASTX	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	1.12	-0.29	+1.41
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	1.64	0.95	+0.69
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	1.20	1.11	+0.09
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	1.67	-0.70	+2.37
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	5.24	-1.16	+6.40

QQQP vs. ASTX - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current QQQP Sharpe Ratio is 1.12, which is higher than the ASTX Sharpe Ratio of -0.29. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of QQQP and ASTX, calculated using daily returns over the previous 12 months. A higher Sharpe Ratio indicates better risk-adjusted performance relative to the risk-free rate.

Drawdowns

QQQP vs. ASTX - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum QQQP drawdown since its inception was -42.50%, smaller than the maximum ASTX drawdown of -91.24%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for QQQP and ASTX.

Drawdown Indicators

	QQQP	ASTX	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-42.50%	-91.24%	+48.74%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	-25.35%	-91.24%	+65.89%
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-12.57%	-87.67%	+75.10%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-7.47%	-49.65%	+42.18%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	8.04%	54.86%	-46.82%

Volatility

QQQP vs. ASTX - Volatility Comparison

The current volatility for Tradr 2X Long Triple Q Quarterly ETF (QQQP) is 14.84%, while Tradr 2X Long ASTS Daily ETF (ASTX) has a volatility of 62.80%. This indicates that QQQP experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than ASTX based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.

Volatility by Period

	QQQP	ASTX	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	14.84%	62.80%	-47.96%
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	30.93%	163.28%	-132.35%
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	37.66%	219.82%	-182.16%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	44.69%	215.76%	-171.07%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	44.69%	215.76%	-171.07%

QQQP vs. ASTX - Expense Ratio Comparison

Both QQQP and ASTX have an expense ratio of 1.30%.

Dividends

QQQP vs. ASTX - Dividend Comparison

Neither QQQP nor ASTX has paid dividends to shareholders.

Tickers have no history of dividend payments

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both QQQP and ASTX in my portfolio?

QQQP and ASTX have a correlation of 0.40, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.

Which is riskier, QQQP or ASTX?

ASTX has higher volatility (62.80%) compared to QQQP (14.84%). In terms of maximum drawdown, QQQP dropped -42.50% vs ASTX's -91.24%.

Which ETF is better, QQQP or ASTX?

On 1-year performance, QQQP leads with 42.04% vs -63.71% for ASTX. Both ETFs have the same 1.30% expense ratio. On volatility, QQQP has been the lower-risk option at 14.84%. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF has performed better, QQQP or ASTX?

Over the 1-year period, QQQP has performed better with a 42.04% return vs -63.71%. Past performance does not guarantee future results, so compare this with risk, fees, and fund exposure.

Which ETF is cheaper, QQQP or ASTX?

QQQP and ASTX have the same expense ratio: 1.30% per year.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, QQQP or ASTX?

QQQP and ASTX have nearly identical dividend yields, around 0.00%.

Which has better risk-adjusted returns?

QQQP currently has the higher Sharpe Ratio (1.12 vs -0.29), meaning it's delivered slightly more return per unit of risk over the trailing 12 months. However, this ranking shifts over time - use the Risk/Return Score above for a more comprehensive view that combines Sharpe, Sortino, and other measures used by quantitative funds.